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Page 2 Planning and Zoning July 18, 1979 set some standards as a basis for a mining permit. The final plats for Carroll Estates II and Swanson Estates had been signed upon receipt of money in lieu of park land. A letter from Patch, Erickson, Madson Inc., Architects and Planners, had been received, inquiring as to the zoning situation and sewer and water availability for St. Joseph's Church and another 40 acre tract just west of the detention facility on County Road 53. They had been instructed by the County Commissioners to look at these sites in reference to a proposed juvenile detention center for Anoka County. Mr. Young, representing St. Joseph's Church, was present and explained that the Church would be receptive to the offer, if it is sufficient to build a new Church; however, an offer had not yet been received. They would be considering buying about 9 acres, which would include St. Joseph's Church, the convent and the acreage around it, but excluding the old Church and the cemetery. The Church also owns 40 acres right across the street, but this is not the 40 acres referred to in the letter. There was some question as to exactly where the other 40 acre parcel of land was located. Neither of these sites currently have sewer or water, and would probably need to be rezoned. The Commission felt there were too many unanswered questionson this matter to make any decisions. Mr. Heath moved to forward this letter to the Council without recommendation due to inadequate information. Mr. Doocy seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion declared passed. The next item on the agenda was a variance request for Mr. David Boyle to obtain a building permit on less than 22 acres. Apparently there had already been a variance granted for the parcel in question, Tract B, 1.43 acres, in June of 1972, to a Mr. Floyd Miller and this should appear on the deed. Mr. Gourley moved that the Clerk refund the $25 fee in that it was collected in error, and provide Mr. Doyle with a copy of the June 26, 1972 minutes. Vi Schwankl seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion declared passed. Mr. Boyle's representative was given a copy of the June 26, 1972 minutes. Next on the agenda was a variance request for Mardon homes, lots 1-46 Mardon Acres, to build split entry homes, 32' x 24', less square footage than required by code. There was no representative present. Mr. McLean felt that there was inadequate infor- mation to consider it at this time, and also that Mr. Rehbein's project had been granted as an experimental situation. Mr. Shearen moved to table this. Mr. Heath seconded the motion. All were in favor. Motion declared passed. Next for consideration was Bloom's Addition, Mr. Glenn Erickson appearing for Mr. Bloom. There were letters from the planner, engineer, and the Anoka County Highway Department which were read, and Mr. Erickson was provided with copies. The plat will need to be redesigned with reference to the 60' right-of-way on County Road 54 (instead of the 55' shown), and the policy of not platting ponds as part of the one acre minimum lot size. Also, allowance for a drainage (road) easement should be made between lots 3 and 4 for future extension of the cul-de-sac. This will be put on the August 15 agenda. Mr. Gourley will contact Mr. Gotwald and explain further what was discussed on this plat. No action was taken. The next item on the agenda was the preliminary plat for East Birch Addition. The planner's and engineer's letters were read. The Commission asked if there were any existing buildings or houses within 100 feet of the plat, as these should be indi- cated on the plan, as well as trees and natural water courses. These items had not been shown on the plan. Mr. Shearen raised a question of conflict between items 4 and 5 in the planner's letter; however, item 4 dealt with the Comprehensive Plan outlines for that area, and item 5 dealt with the sewer interceptor and